Unmarked vehicles and federal agents were observed at multiple locations across Lake County Wednesday morning, including outside Paragon Restaurant in Hobart and Gino’s Steakhouse in Merrillville.
At the Merrillville location, several agents were seen wearing vests labeled FBI and IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI). There are also unconfirmed reports that additional locations, including private residences, were part of the operation.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation provided the following statement to Region News Source:
“This is an FBI-led, multi-agency operation, and court authorized law enforcement activity is occurring at multiple locations in Northern Indiana and other states. There is no known threat to the public connected to this. As this is an active investigation, we are not able to provide further details at this time.”
This remains an active and ongoing investigation. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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